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Join ten-year-old Rebecca Randall as she embarks on a new adventure at her aunts brick house in Riverboro. Though her arrival is met with a chilly reception, Rebeccas vibrant spirit begins to warm the hearts of those around her. Will she be able to navigate Aunt Mirandas strict ways and find her place in this new home? Experience the charm and challenges of Rebeccas journey in this delightful dramatic reading. (Summary by Twinkle88)

In the heartwarming tale of Mother Carey’s Chickens, we follow the enduring spirit of the Carey family as they navigate life after Captain Carey embarks on a long, uncertain journey. Although they strive to remain a united family, the absence of their father creates an undeniable void. As they cling to cherished memories of his love and guidance, the Careys resolve to embody what their mother calls the three Bs—brave, bright, and busy. This poignant story, penned by the author of Rebecca of Sunnybrook Farm, chronicles a widow and her four children who, facing financial hardships, must ...

Step into a world of magic and wonder with Fairy Ring, a captivating collection of 63 enchanting fairy tales from around the globe, first published in 1910. This delightful anthology features beloved classics such as History of Jack the Giant-Killer, The Frog Prince, Rumpelstiltskin, and Snow-white and Rose-red, among many others. Perfect for children of all ages, these timeless stories promise to spark imagination and inspire dreams. (Summary by Paul Williams)

Spirited, willful, and exceptionally charming, Rebecca Randall is sent by her struggling mother to live with her two aunts—who had expected Rebecca’s quieter and more dutiful older sister. Little Rebecca clashes right away with dour Aunt Miranda and slightly overwhelms kind and reserved Aunt Jane. Throughout each unexpected challenge, new friendship, hard lesson, and sweet encounter, Rebecca’s persistent optimism and innocent love slowly influences the entire town for the better. Learning when to adapt and grow and when to stand strong, Rebecca finds an irreplaceable home in Riverboro.

Eleven-year-old Rebecca Randall is quite a handful - and now she’s leaving her beloved Sunnybrook Farm to live with her well-to-do elderly aunts and get an education. But they were expecting Rebecca’s quiet, hardworking older sister instead. Can the bright-eyed and talkative girl win them over...especially her strict, rule-bound Aunt Miranda? Just as Rebecca’s “grand spirit” charms everyone in the story, it will captivate listeners, too.

Tantor Media presents a collection of some of the most popular Christmas stories read by award-winning narrators Renee Raudman and Alan Sklar. This special anthology will transport listeners back to the Christmases of their youth, when they first heard these holiday tales.

Born on Christmas Day, little Carol Bird is a gentle soul who touches every life around her. Despite her physical illness, Carol is loved by everyone who knows her. This year, she is going to make Christmas extra special for her family and the little Ruggles children who live nearby.

This unforgettable children’s classic has been captivating children and adults alike for almost a century. Rebecca’s widowed mother has a failing farm, meager resources, and seven children to raise. When her spinster sisters offer Rebecca a home and an education, Mrs. Randall bundles her second eldest into a stagecoach with a kiss and an admonition to stay out of mischief. Could she be asking too much of the free-spirited imp with sparkling eyes and insatiable curiosity?